Hillsborough statement

Zuleika Payne, chair of South Yorkshire Police Federation, said: “Above all, our thoughts and deepest sympathies remain with those who lost their lives that day and with their families and friends.

We are pleased that, for the majority of our members, their long wait for a CPS decision is finally over today. But others await decisions and so it would be inappropriate to comment further at this time. The Federation will continue to support its members as appropriate. Collectively, they have provided cooperation and much support to the process.”